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Aiyima T8vsFosi Audio P3

A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Aiyima T8 and Fosi Audio P3 — two popular preamps in the Chinese HiFi space.

Specifications

Spec
Aiyima T8
Fosi Audio P3
Tubes
6N3 (Replaceable)
5654W × 2 (Replaceable with 6J1, 6AK5, EF95)
Dac
ESS9018K2M
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Inputs
Optical, USB, Coax, RCA, Bluetooth
RCA, Bluetooth 5.1
Outputs
RCA (Pre-out), 6.35mm Headphone
RCA, 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Aux
Features
Remote Control, OLED Display
Bass/Treble Tone Controls, Reset Button for Tone Defeat
Topology
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Hybrid Tube Preamp
Remote Control
✓
✗
Tube Stage
✓
✓
Phono Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✓

Price (estimated)

Price
~$80
~$79
Difference
~$1.00 cheaper (Fosi Audio P3)

Things to Know

Aiyima T8

  • ⚠Headphone output output impedance is not specified but struggles with very low impedance IEMs.
  • ⚠The tube is difficult to roll (change) due to the chassis design.
  • ⚠RCA output level is slightly lower than standard 2V line level.

Fosi Audio P3

  • ⚠Bluetooth input is always active/discoverable if not connected.
  • ⚠Tube socket is tight; swapping tubes requires care to avoid bending pins.
  • ⚠No remote control.

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